"A gripping story that offers inspiration, hope, sustenance and personal redemption to the poor souls who see that they are caught up in an organization where the sands have shifted, and where the old evolutionary process and the old reward systems no longer support winning behaviors." Kim Morrison CEO, GrokChina, LLC NYC, New York "A really interesting page turner that underscores the importance of "voice of the customer" and offers some great tips on creative ways to get VOC into a company. As I read I wanted to see what happened next and loved the way that Steve and Geoff kept it real - the frank discussions about what worked and what didn't are practical lessons that all executives can learn from." Mark Ryski President & CEO, HeadCount Corporation Edmonton, Alberta, Canada "People issues are the biggest challenge facing public and private organizations today. This book gives you practical insight into changing people's behavior to achieve your business objectives." Daniel Deslatte Chief of Staff, Representative Bryan Hughes Texas House of Representatives Austin, Texas

The emergence of nanoscience portends a revolution in technology that will soon impact virtually every facet of our technological lives. Yet there is little understanding of what it is among the educated public and often among scientists and engineers in other disciplines. Furthermore, despite the emergence of undergraduate courses on the subject, no basic textbooks exist.

Nanotechnology: Basic Science and Emerging Technologies bridges the gap between detailed technical publications that are beyond the grasp of nonspecialists and popular science books, which may be more science fiction than fact. It provides a fascinating, scientifically sound treatment, accessible to engineers and scientists outside the field and even to students at the undergraduate level. After a basic introduction to the field, the authors explore topics that include molecular nanotechnology, nanomaterials and nanopowders, nanoelectronics, optics and photonics, and nanobiomimetrics. The book concludes with a look at some cutting-edge applications and prophecies for the future.

Nanoscience will bring to the world technologies that today we can only imagine and others of which we have not yet dreamt. This book lays the groundwork for that future by introducing the subject to those outside the field, sparking the imaginations of tomorrow's scientists, and challenging them all to participate in the advances that will bring nanotechnology's potential to fruition.

In the dark ages, Athwold, a young monk, leaves his monastery in disgrace, to seek spiritual redemption by becoming a hermit in the wild expanse of the dismal fenlands. Here he experiences love, desire, and horror, leading him to join the hunt for a brutal and mysterious killer.

The theory of groups is simultaneously a branch of abstract algebra and the study of symmetry. Designed to support a reader engaged in a first serious group theory course, or a mathematically mature reader approaching the subject for the first time, this book reviews the essentials. It recaps the basic definitions and results, up to and including Lagrange's Theorem, and then continues to explore topics such as the isomorphism theorems and group actions. Later chapters include material on chain conditions and finiteness conditions, free groups and the theory of presentations. In addition, a novel chapter of "entertainments" takes the basic theory and plays with it to obtain an assortment of results that will show a little of what can be done with the theoretical machinery. Adopting the slightly irreverent tone of Geoff Smith's previous book, Introductory Mathematics: Algebra and Analysis, this book is a key reference that will both stimulate and entertain its readers.

The perfect handbook to assist with your PSHE teaching. Rising Stars' Character Education teaching and awards scheme offers engaging lesson plans and activities to develop the character of pupils throughout a primary school, from Reception through KS1 and KS2. Developed by Character Education experts Geoff Smith and Shona Pye in partnership with Havering School Improvement Services (HSIS), the Rising Stars Character Education programme is designed to develop your pupils' resilience, teamwork and feelings of self-worth through progressive school-wide activities, as well as provide tangible and trackable evidence of the SMSC provision to Ofsted. The 6 strands that Character Education covers are: 1. Resilience 2. Citizenship 3. Teamwork and problem solving 4. British Values 5. Moral compass 6. Confidence and self-worth This comprehensive handbook includes engaging activities for every year group from Reception to Year 6, downloadable worksheets and templates for every activity, original and fun assembly ideas and printable badges and a record of achievement for every child.

This is one of the new Icon titles from Haynes. Originally published in the classic manual size, this compact format will appeal to trade outlets and gift markets. Published in association with The A1 Steam Locomotive Trust, it explains the construction, operation and maintenance of 60163 Tornado, the new steam locomotive that attracts huge crowds wherever it appears. Based on the LNER Peppercorn Class A1 design, of which 49 were originally built but eventually all scrapped, Tornado is a magnificent and fully operational replica that is totally faithful to the original Peppercorn A1s in all respects except for modernisation to suit today's safety requirements. This manual about a unique steam locomotive will fascinate all railway enthusiasts as well as those who appreciate British engineering excellence.

"A gripping story that offers inspiration, hope, sustenance and personal redemption to the poor souls who see that they are caught up in an organization where the sands have shifted, and where the old evolutionary process and the old reward systems no longer support winning behaviors." Kim Morrison CEO, GrokChina, LLC NYC, New York "A really interesting page turner that underscores the importance of "voice of the customer" and offers some great tips on creative ways to get VOC into a company. As I read I wanted to see what happened next and loved the way that Steve and Geoff kept it real - the frank discussions about what worked and what didn't are practical lessons that all executives can learn from." Mark Ryski President & CEO, HeadCount Corporation Edmonton, Alberta, Canada "People issues are the biggest challenge facing public and private organizations today. This book gives you practical insight into changing people's behavior to achieve your business objectives." Daniel Deslatte Chief of Staff, Representative Bryan Hughes Texas House of Representatives Austin, Texas